Works and maintenance
Common parts or private parts, who decides, who pays, and what the syndic may commit to in an emergency.
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Common parts or private parts: who pays for what?The dividing line settles everything: who pays, who decides and who insures. The statutory presumptions that apply where the title deeds are silent.
Who decides on works in the condominium, and by what majority?Routine maintenance, improved replacement, alteration: the majority required changes with the nature of the works. The classification set out by the Law.
Urgent works: what may the syndic commit to without a general meeting?The Law allows the syndic to act alone to safeguard the building. The precise scope of that exception, and what must follow immediately.
Air conditioning, conservatory, windows: what approval do I need for works affecting the common parts?As soon as your project affects the common parts or the external appearance of the building, approval by the general meeting is required.
Energy renovation and renewable energy: the framework since 2022The Law of 30 June 2022 relaxed the voting rules for energy renovation works and renewable energy installations in the common parts.
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General information on Luxembourg condominium law (the amended Law of 16 May 1975 and the Grand Ducal Regulation of 13 June 1975, in their consolidated version applicable as at 1 August 2023). Your own règlement de copropriété may lay down specific rules, which prevail within the limits set by the law. This content is not legal advice.